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Preparing future faculty and professionals for public health careers
Sally A Koblinsky1, Katie M Hrapczynski, Jane E Clark
1Sally A. Koblinsky and Katie M. Hrapczynski are with the Department of Family Science, University of Maryland School of Public Health, College Park. Jane E. Clark is dean of the University of Maryland School of Public Health, College Park, and also with the Department of Kinesiology, University of Maryland School of Public Health, College Park.
American Journal of Public Health
|February 24, 2015
Summary
The University of Maryland
Area of Science:
- Public Health Education
- Doctoral Training
- Academic Preparedness
Background:
- Growing demand for public health professionals and academic faculty.
- Need for innovative doctoral graduate preparation programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the "Preparing Future Faculty and Professionals" program at the University of Maryland's School of Public Health.
- To detail program elements and share student outcomes.
- To provide a replicable model for similar institutions.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of foundational seminars on teaching, research, and service.
- Inclusion of career exploration and job market competitiveness activities.
- Facilitation of independent, faculty-mentored teaching and research experiences.
Main Results:
- Enriched graduate education and professional development for doctoral students.
- Enhanced student knowledge and skills in key academic and practice areas.
- Positive student outcomes reported from program participation.
Conclusions:
- The "Preparing Future Faculty and Professionals" program effectively prepares doctoral students for academic and practice roles.
- The program model can be replicated to enhance public health graduate education.
- Innovative approaches are crucial for meeting the evolving demands in public health.
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